Books with author Tyler Smith

In this coming-of-age debut, a seventeen-year-old boy has one week in the aftermath of a disastrous prank to prove to the authorities, and to himself, that he’s not a worthless jerk who belongs in jail.Moses and his cousin Charlie were best friends, wisecracking pranksters, unstoppable forces of teenage energy―until the night they became accidental arsonists and set in motion a chain of events that left Moses alone, guilt-stricken, and most likely trapped in his dead-end town. Then Moses gets a lucky break: the chance to volunteer as a camp counselor for week and prove that the incident at the bowling alley should be expunged from his record. And since a criminal record and enrollment at Duke are mutually exclusive, he’s determined to get through his community service and get on with his life. But tragedy seems to follow him wherever he goes, and this time, it might just stop him in his tracks.“Unstoppable Moses is radiant; one of those rare debut novels that shines with humor, love, compassion, and hope, with a cast of unforgettable characters that jump off the pages and into your heart. Tyler James Smith is a masterful storyteller.”―Andrew Smith, Printz Honor and Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning author of Grasshopper Jungle“When people say reading makes us more empathetic, they are talking about books like Unstoppable Moses by Tyler James Smith. A lyrical, hilarious, so-real-it-hurts debut that reminds us all just how much we have to lose, and why it’s important to never give up. I’m so happy this book is in the world.”―Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock, Morris Honor-winning author of The Smell of Other People’s Houses

In this coming-of-age debut, a seventeen-year-old boy has one week in the aftermath of a disastrous prank to prove to the authorities, and to himself, that he’s not a worthless jerk who belongs in jail.Moses and his cousin Charlie were best friends, wisecracking pranksters, unstoppable forces of teenage energy—until the night they became accidental arsonists and set in motion a chain of events that left Moses alone, guilt-stricken, and most likely trapped in his dead-end town. Then Moses gets a lucky break: the chance to volunteer as a camp counselor for week and prove that the incident at the bowling alley should be expunged from his record. And since a criminal record and enrollment at Duke are mutually exclusive, he’s determined to get through his community service and get on with his life. But tragedy seems to follow him wherever he goes, and this time, it might just stop him in his tracks.“Unstoppable Moses is radiant; one of those rare debut novels that shines with humor, love, compassion, and hope, with a cast of unforgettable characters that jump off the pages and into your heart. Tyler James Smith is a masterful storyteller.”—Andrew Smith, Printz Honor and Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning author of Grasshopper Jungle“When people say reading makes us more empathetic, they are talking about books like Unstoppable Moses by Tyler James Smith. A lyrical, hilarious, so-real-it-hurts debut that reminds us all just how much we have to lose, and why it’s important to never give up. I’m so happy this book is in the world.”—Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock, Morris Honor-winning author of The Smell of Other People’s Houses

In this coming-of-age debut, a seventeen-year-old boy has one week in the aftermath of a disastrous prank to prove to the authorities, and to himself, that he’s not a worthless jerk who belongs in jail.Moses and his cousin Charlie were best friends, wisecracking pranksters, unstoppable forces of teenage energy―until the night they became accidental arsonists and set in motion a chain of events that left Moses alone, guilt-stricken, and most likely trapped in his dead-end town. Then Moses gets a lucky break: the chance to volunteer as a camp counselor for week and prove that the incident at the bowling alley should be expunged from his record. And since a criminal record and enrollment at Duke are mutually exclusive, he’s determined to get through his community service and get on with his life. But tragedy seems to follow him wherever he goes, and this time, it might just stop him in his tracks.“Unstoppable Moses is radiant; one of those rare debut novels that shines with humor, love, compassion, and hope, with a cast of unforgettable characters that jump off the pages and into your heart. Tyler James Smith is a masterful storyteller.”―Andrew Smith, Printz Honor and Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning author of Grasshopper Jungle“When people say reading makes us more empathetic, they are talking about books like Unstoppable Moses by Tyler James Smith. A lyrical, hilarious, so-real-it-hurts debut that reminds us all just how much we have to lose, and why it’s important to never give up. I’m so happy this book is in the world.”―Bonnie-Sue Hitchcock, Morris Honor-winning author of The Smell of Other People’s Houses

Hickory Dickory Dock! What happens after the clock?When the other farm animals ask Hen if she can lay more than a single egg a day, they get an adventure in counting and fun they never expected! Now, can they work together to find a solution before there are eggs everywhere?Then, crack open the back of the book to learn more than a dozen words that mean numbers. Plus you'll find a counting-based look at the artwork!"Hickory Dickory: Eggs Everywhere" is part of the Hickory Dickory series by AJ Smith and Walter Tyler. Each book features a stand alone story with familiar characters from the first book as well as outstanding artwork and educational elements. Read them together or read them individually.

The mouse was just the beginning! Join authors AJ Smith and Walter Tyler on a new adventure as additional animals show up to climb the fateful clock in this expanded re-imagining of the classic nursery rhyme!"Hickory Dickory" is a great introduction to counting and telling time, a fast and fun way for children to learn their numbers and begin to associate them with the hours of the day.Bonus features include an in-depth look at the history of the original nursery rhyme "Hickory Dickory Dock" and a peak behind the scenes at the making of the artwork!Recommended for ages 2-7

Hickory Dickory Dock! What happens after the clock?When the fox runs out of racing opponents, he needs a new challenge. Join one of the characters from "Hickory Dickory" on an all new adventure as he heads out into the world in search of new animals to race!"The Fox Race" is a great early childhood development and learning tool. It builds on the counting lessons from "Hickory Dickory" while introducing kids to world geography and where to find some of the unique animals that share the planet with us.Race to the back of the book for an extended look at world wildlife. Plus a step-by-step guide to drawing your very own fox."The Fox Race" is the latest volume in the "Hickory Dickory" series. Check out the first book, "Hickory Dickory," available on Amazon today!

The mouse was just the beginning! Join authors AJ Smith and Walter Tyler on a new adventure as additional animals show up to climb the fateful clock in this expanded re-imagining of the classic nursery rhyme! "Hickory Dickory" is a great introduction to counting and telling time, a fast and fun way for children to learn their numbers and begin to associate them with the hours of the day. Bonus features include an in-depth look at the history of the original nursery rhyme "Hickory Dickory Dock" and a peak behind the scenes at the making of the artwork! "Hickory Dickory" is the first book of the Hickory Dickory series by AJ Smith and Walter Tyler. Each book features a stand alone story with outstanding artwork and educational elements. Read them together or read them individually. Recommended for ages 2-7